COG agrees - partnership is key to making our region the strongest in the country. We applaud our three executives for meeting today and look forward to future collaborations to benefit the 6M people that call our region home.

DMVMoves outreach is going strong. COG and WMATA testified in Annapolis yesterday, and our regional transit vision continues to earn endorsements. Let's keep moving forward, together.

How has your commute changed? The 2025 State of the Commute dashboard is live! Do you take transit, carpool, drive alone—and how satisfied are you with your commute? Explore trends by income and jurisdiction to see how metropolitan Washington moves: mwcog.org/commutedata

The unemployment rate for Washington’s MSA rose to 4.5% in Nov 2025. This surpasses the U.S. rate—a rare occurrence, and it’s the highest level since August 2021, during the pandemic. 📊Explore COG’s economic trends dashboard for more: bit.ly/3LW3kgI

The 2025 State of the Commute report highlights a shift back to the office. Telework rates fell from 65 % in 2022 to 48 % in 2025. COG’s Commuter Connections can help these returning commuters with our free services and incentive programs. More: mwcog.org/commutedata

COG applauds the passage of $1.8M in federal funding for the regional secondary water source study last week. We thank our Congressional Delegation for its leadership and look forward to continuing work with the US Army Corps of Engineers - Baltimore and our partners to advance this vital effort.

When temperatures drop, insulate exposed pipes, seal air leaks around doors and windows, and keep cabinet doors open to allow warm air to circulate. Let faucets drip during extreme cold to help reduce pressure and prevent freezing. 🚰❄️ protectyourpipes.org/frozen-pipes

Winter Salt Week kicks off today!🧂After the snow melts, don’t forget about your leftover salt. Sweeping and storing it for next time helps keep it out of storm drains and local streams and rivers. A few minutes of cleanup can protect our region’s water! bit.ly/4bkY1BJ #WinterSaltWeek2026

A Snow Emergency will go into effect Saturday at noon. And remain in effect until Tuesday at 9:30AM. That means residents need to move their vehicles out of Snow Emergency Routes as soon as possible to give our snow teams space to plow.

🌨️ ✅ Stock your vehicle with a winter weather emergency kit ✅ Adjust your travel plans to arrive to your destination before the storm ✅ Stay weather alert by following TheMDTA, Maryland Transit Administration, MD State Highway Administration and Maryland Department of Emergency Management.

A significant, long-duration winter storm will bring widespread heavy snow, sleet, & freezing rain to a large part of the U.S. through Monday. Widespread travel disruptions, prolonged power outages, and vast tree damage is likely. Bookmark weather.gov/safety/winter more winter weather safety tips.

🚰With snow in the forecast, remember to protect your pipes from freezing and use winter salt responsibly. Too much salt can wash into our rivers and streams, affecting drinking water, wildlife, and local infrastructure. #WinterSaltSmart #ProtectYourPipes

❄️📌Inclement weather is expected to affect our region this weekend. It’s best to stay off the roads during a snow event, but if you must travel, make sure your vehicle is winter ready. 🚗

📌Check your car's antifreeze, oil, battery, defroster, heater, wipers and washer fluid level. 📌Make sure your gas tank is full and tires have adequate tread and air pressure. 📌Pack extra warm clothing in case of emergency and be sure to have an ice scraper handy.

In response to changes regarding funding for homeless services, the COG Board issued a letter to HUD urging immediate action to ensure continued funding and to prevent disruptions for those at risk of or receiving homelessness services. Learn more at bit.ly/49nRjcR

The COG Board approved $500,000 in Housing Affordability Planning Program (HAPP) grants yesterday. Supported by the Amazon Housing Fund, these eight projects will advance our housing and transit goals. 🏠🚆

Congrats to new COG Board Chair Reuben Collins and to Vice Chairs Charles Allen and Alyia Gaskins! They'll help advance regional COG priorities like: 1. Sustainable funding for Metro 2. Regional ticket reciprocity 3. Workforce development 📰https://bit.ly/4sHElOH

The COG Board has approved its 2026 Policy Committee Chairs. We're grateful for their commitment to bringing leaders together on the region’s challenges. Read more: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...

Please join us in welcoming Krystal Oriadha, Prince George’s County Council Chair, as a new member of the COG Board of Directors! January’s COG Board of Directors meeting is live. Tune in: www.mwcog.org/events/2026/...

The COG Board has approved its officers for 2026! Charles County Commissioner Reuben Collins will serve as the first-ever Board Chair from Charles County. He is joined by Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins and DC Councilmember Charles Allen as Vice Chairs. Watch/listen at www.mwcog.org/events/2026/...

January’s COG Board Meeting starts at noon. Agenda items include election of COG Board and committee leadership, 2026 legislative priorities, HAPP grant approvals, and a briefing on HUD’s plans related to homeless services funding. Watch live: www.mwcog.org/events/2026/...

2025 was a year of next-level collaboration at COG, and it wouldn't have been possible without our dedicated members and partners! Check out how our region came together as we look forward to continuing this important work in 2026. bit.ly/3Z0XH3z

🚨More #DMVMoves momentum: the transformative plan for regional transit has now been endorsed by Arlington, Fairfax, and Loudoun Counties. Read about what local and state leaders are saying as we move toward implementing the plan's recommendations. dmvmoves.org/inthenews/

The holidays get expensive. Save money without sacrificing quality by choosing tap water over bottled. It’s tested regularly to meet strict safety standards, ensuring every sip is clean, reliable, and affordable. #tapwatersafety

Our Commuter Connections Employer Awards are open for nominations! 🌟 Help us celebrate employers who support telework & sustainable commuting, transit, carpooling, and more. Submit your nomination: bit.ly/48t1KtL

Thanks to everyone who attended COG's 2025 Membership & Awards reception! Leaders in government, business, and nonprofit celebrated the year's wins for collaboration in the DMV. #COG2025 bit.ly/445blFZ

Using too much salt on driveways and sidewalks during winter storms can do more harm than good when it comes to polluting our waterways. Remember to shovel first, treat according to temperature, spread only what’s needed, and sweep up the extra after the ice melts. #saltsmart

COG's Regional Award winners embody innovation and collaboration. Congrats to Montgomery County Councilmember @cmkatestewart.bsky.social, GWRCCC Executive Director Antoine Thompson, and former @novaregion.bsky.social Executive Director Robert Lazaro! #COG2025 bit.ly/445blFZ

We’re excited to celebrate with the region’s elected officials and leaders at COG’s Annual Reception! #COG2025

TPB, along with its state, city, and county partners, is using a regional approach to reduce roadway fatalities and serious injuries in the National Capital Region. Read about recent safety initiatives at TPB & @mwcog.bsky.social in this ICF story. bit.ly/3Kslwh2

Excited to share Police1's story on the building of COG's regional crime dashboard! Written by a public safety expert, this is a unique look at the technical and operational challenges of the effort, as well as its future impact. www.police1.com/real-time-cr...

Tune in for today's TPB meeting at 12 noon. On the agenda: Transit Within Reach project approvals, #Visualize2050 and public comment to date, draft regional transit & highway safety targets. Listen to the live stream: bit.ly/TPBNovemberM...

Celebrate #GeographyAwarenessWeek and #GISDay2025 by exploring TPB’s #Visualize2050 maps! See the DMV’s planned transportation network and where most job & population growth will be. View the maps and comment on the Visualize 2050 plan through November 21. Visualize2050.org/PlanResources/

Clean, reliable water is essential to our health and economy, but much of our water infrastructure is aging, according to @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new economic report. COG is taking action by serving as a forum for collaboration, providing data for informed decision-making, and more.

The regional effort to modernize Metro and enhance our entire transit network took another major step forward today, as #DMVMoves earned the endorsement of the COG & WMATA Boards of Directors. Learn more about this transformative plan and what's next: dmvmoves.org/cog-and-metr...

COG and @wmata.com’s joint board meeting starts soon. For the first time, regional officials will discuss the full DMVMoves plan, which provides a unified and sustainable vision for funding Metro. Tune in: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve... #dmvmoves

Nationally, @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new report revealed that we need to invest nearly $3.4 trillion over 20 years to bring the nation’s water infrastructure up to par. thevalueofwater.org/econimpact

DYK? The Potomac River supplies water to ~6M people in the region—it’s the single drinking water source for DC and Arlington. Just 24hrs of disruption would result in over $70M in losses in the region.

As the government shutdown and workforce cuts continue, we know that many DMV residents are facing hardships. COG continues to update its resources page and to support TalentCapital.ai, a regional collaboration to help you find new opportunities. #federalworker

Did you know that the TPB adopts transit safety and performance targets to help ensure that rail & bus systems in the DMV are consistently safe, reliable, and well maintained? Learn more in Chapter 3 of #Visualize2050 and share your feedback on the plan. visualize2050.org/the-plan/

🚨🚆🚌 Yesterday, the DMVMoves Task Force adopted recommendations to advance a unified transit vision for the region, calling for more $$ for #WMATA & actions to modernize and integrate our overall transit network. Learn more and view the final resolution. dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-pro...

For workers affected by the federal government shutdown and downsizing, COG continues to update its federal workforce resources page with links to food assistance, housing aid, and career events. www.mwcog.org/community/da...

The final meeting of the DMVMoves Task Force starts soon! Members will review final recommendations to advance a transformative vision for transit in the National Capital Region. Watch live: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve...

Tomorrow, the DMVMoves Task Force will meet to review and adopt a set of recommendations to advance its vision for seamless, integrated, world-class transit in the National Capital Region. Watch live at noon: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve...

Today, as part of DMVMoves, more than 100 area leaders and transit officials gathered at Union Station to discuss opportunities for greater transit connectivity and expanding commuter and passenger rail service across the region.

Today the Visualize 2050 plan goes live for public comment until November 21! Read the plan, watch the video, and comment on the future transportation projects in the region. Don’t hesitate, we want to hear from you. Visit visualize2050.org to comment.

TPB turns 60 this year! Thank you to all the TPB members and alternates who came to celebrate 60 years of work that connects communities and shapes the region’s mobility. #ThinkRegionally #60yearsofTPB @walteralcorn.bsky.social @nharris.bsky.social @cmfrumin.bsky.social

Last week, @fredcogovmd.bsky.social hosted COG’s annual FARM Policy tour. Area officials heard from farm operators dedicated to supplying diverse, nutritious produce. Thanks to all those who attended and who continue to work on food resiliency, equity, and connectivity in our region!

Today, area officials joined COG’s tour visiting 3 farms in Frederick County. Huge thanks to all the farmers who shared their insights on challenges like providing year-round, scaling up, and selling to schools.

Tune in at noon today on @wamu.org for COG Executive Director Clark Mercer on The Politics Hour with Kojo Nnamdi! He’ll discuss what a prolonged federal shutdown could mean for the region’s economy: wamu.org/story/25/10/...